Brief Summary
This video explores the seven Hermetic principles, ancient wisdoms that resonate with modern science, particularly quantum physics. It highlights how these principles, dating back over 5,000 years, provide a framework for understanding the mechanics and rules governing reality. The principles covered include mentalism, correspondence, vibration, polarity, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender, each offering insights into how consciousness, energy, and balance influence our experiences and the universe around us.
- The Hermetic principles, though ancient, align with modern quantum physics.
- Consciousness and mental states significantly shape our reality.
- Understanding and applying these principles can lead to a more fulfilling life.
Introduction to Hermetic Principles
The video introduces the Hermetic principles, ancient concepts of life dating back over 5,000 years, and their relevance to modern science. These principles, part of a school of thought that goes back tens of thousands of years, are attributed to a book written in 1908 called the Kybalion by three initiates, revolving around Hermes Trismegistus. The principles provide a framework for understanding the mechanics and rules that govern reality itself, bridging ancient wisdom with modern science like quantum physics.
The Principle of Mentalism
The first principle, mentalism, posits that our intelligence and consciousness create the world we live in, aligning with quantum physics. Max Planck, a founding father of quantum physics, recognized that consciousness creates our life experiences. This idea is supported by a recent article in Nature by Richard Conn Henry, titled "The Mental Universe," which concludes that the universe is immaterial, mental, and spiritual. The placebo and nocebo effects exemplify how positive and negative thinking, respectively, influence health and well-being, emphasizing that our thinking creates our world.
The Principle of Correspondence
This principle is explained through geometry, contrasting Euclidean geometry, used for creating structures like buildings, with fractal geometry, which mirrors natural forms like trees and snails. Fractal geometry involves iterative equations where the answer is fed back into the equation, revealing repeating patterns at different levels of organization. This illustrates the concept of "as above, so below," where patterns in the universe replicate in self-similar fashion at any level of organization. Cell biology exemplifies this, with functions in a single cell mirroring those of the entire human body.
The Principle of Vibration
The principle of vibration explains that everything in the universe is in constant motion and vibration. Quantum physics reveals that atoms are not solid structures but vortices of energy that create waves. These energy vortices, or "nano tornadoes," have force fields that shape matter. The ancient people understood this principle, recognizing the nature of vibration even in a world that appears physical.
The Principle of Polarity
This principle discusses how opposites are the same, using the example of an atom's sine wave, which has both positive and negative phases. Polarities represent extremes on a continuum originating from the same source. Focusing solely on one side of a polarity creates an incomplete picture. Life experiences reveal polarities like good and bad, but understanding that we are all on the same emotional wavelength is crucial.
The Principle of Rhythm
The principle of rhythm highlights that all atoms are energy vibrations with an up and down phase, which also manifests in our lives. Harmony occurs when aligned with the "up" phase, while disharmony arises during the "down" phase. By understanding and engaging with this rhythm, one can navigate life more smoothly. Historically, indigenous people lived in balance with this rhythm, while social evolution has seen shifts between spirituality and materialism.
The Principle of Cause and Effect
This principle states that actions cause reactions, which in turn alter the original cause, creating a continuous cycle. Understanding cause and effect is fundamental to our worldview. In quantum physics, energy interacts with energy, and thoughts, as creative energy, can alter physical reality. This principle underscores the importance of belief in biology, as consciousness is a cause that results in effects perceived in the body.
The Principle of Gender
The principle of gender recognizes that all organisms possess both male and female characteristics. Male characteristics are associated with structure and movement, while female characteristics are linked to vegetation and reproduction. Cells require both energies to function, and even in humans, both female and male characteristics are present, such as the left and right hemispheres of the brain, associated with intellect and emotion, respectively. While gender differences exist, artificial separation through programming can disrupt harmony.
Conclusion: Applying Hermetic Principles
The video concludes by emphasizing the importance of using the Hermetic principles to manifest a fulfilling life. Awareness of these mechanisms is crucial, and applying them determines the character of life. It encourages viewers to identify what excites them and to set intentions to drive toward those goals. By focusing on positive intentions and understanding the Hermetic principles, individuals can become creators of their own experiences.
